LAKE COUNTY CLERK - Vital Records

Address

18 North County Street
Room 101
Waukegan, IL 60085

(847) 377-2400

www.lakecountyil.gov

Service Hours:
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Marriage and Civil Union License Application Hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Marriage License Service Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Description:

Provides certified copies of these records may be obtained from the Vital Records Department by eligible individuals.
- Birth Records
- Death Records
- Marriage Licenses
- Marriage Records
- Civil Union Licenses
- Civil Union Records

Eligibility:

Birth records:
The person named in the record (if at least 18 years of age)
The parent of the person named in the record
A legal guardian who provides proof of court appointment
An agent with expressed, notarized authorization (must contact our office to obtain the required form).
*Exceptions to these restrictions apply to those interested in Genealogical Research.

Marriage Record:
A marriage record may be requested by:
those named in the record,
child of person named in the record,
a family member, or
another individual acting as an agent or legal representative of the person named in the record.
Exceptions to these restrictions apply to those interested in Genealogical Research.

Death Record:
If you are requesting a death certificate as the duly authorized agent or legal representative, you must submit a written document naming you as one of the following:

A licensed attorney acting on behalf of a decedent or his/her estate;
An agent authorized by power of attorney;
A court-appointed personal representative, executor/administrator, or
An agent with expressed, notarized authorization.

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

Fees vary

Intake Process:

Documents Required
- Varies depending on services

Prior to visiting our office, marriage license applicants must complete and print the Marriage License Application and Record Request form.

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 377-2400

Address Listings

Mailing

18 North County Street
Room 101
Waukegan, IL 60085

Physical (Primary)

18 North County Street
Room 101
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

City/County(Parish)

Date of Official Change:

November 22, 2023

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